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Dramatic video captures watercraft explosion that launched teen into air

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By Matt Dougherty Verified
| WTHR-TV (Indianapolis, IN) Verified
A 17-year-old girl escaped serious injury after a personal watercraft exploded as she attempted to start it on a Texas lake, according to authorities. Texas Parks and Wildlife game wardens said the teenager was preparing to start the Sea-Doo when it suddenly exploded, launching her into the air before she landed in the water. The watercraft then caught fire and drifted toward shore. A nearby worker helped pull the girl from the water and onto a dock, officials said.
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Dramatic video captures explosion on Lake Conroe that launched a teen girl

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By Matt Dougherty Verified
| Yahoo Verified
A 17-year-old girl miraculously survived being thrown into the air by a Sea-Doo explosion on Lake Conroe, walking away without major injuries. Texas Parks and Wildlife game wardens are investigating the cause of the explosion, which occurred as the girl was trying to start the Sea-Doo, leading to it catching fire and drifting to the edge of the lake.
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Galveston officials urge caution as heavy rain moves toward island

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By Matt Dougherty Verified
| Yahoo Verified
Galveston city officials are preparing for heavy rain and potential flooding as a tropical system moves along the Texas coast. The island could receive up to 7 inches of rain before the system moves out of the area Thursday, with the greatest flood threat expected Wednesday morning during high tide.
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